Marvel Rivals Showcases New Midtown Map

Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls – A Sneak Peek

Get ready for the launch of Marvel Rivals Season 1: Eternal Night Falls on January 10th! This inaugural season is packed with exciting new content, including fresh maps, captivating cosmetics, thrilling new characters, and a revamped game mode.

The developers have promised a massive content drop, double the usual amount, to accommodate the arrival of the entire Fantastic Four. A recent developer video showcased the highly anticipated Midtown map, featuring iconic locations like the Baxter Building and Avengers Tower. The video hints at a potential convoy mission using this map. Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman will debut with the season launch, while Human Torch and The Thing will join the roster in a significant mid-season update.

Another exciting addition is the Sanctum Sanctorum map, which will be the setting for the new Doom Match game mode. Interestingly, both the Midtown and Sanctum Sanctorum maps subtly feature references to other Marvel characters, such as Wilson Fisk and Wong, sparking speculation about future additions to the game's roster. The ominous red sky and blood moon backdrop of the Midtown map adds to the season's "Eternal Night Falls" theme.

Midtown Map Unveiled

The recently released video showcasing the Midtown map offers a detailed look at its design, highlighting the inclusion of both the Baxter Building and Avengers Tower. The presence of a Wilson Fisk building adds an intriguing layer to the map's lore, marking the first mention of the character in the game.

Community Buzz

Anticipation is high amongst Marvel Rivals fans, with considerable excitement surrounding the arrival of Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman. The addition of a new Strategist class character is particularly welcomed, and the unique blend of Duelist and Vanguard aspects in Mister Fantastic's design has generated considerable buzz. The sheer volume of new content promises a bright future for Marvel Rivals.